Description
Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice is a delightful dish that combines tender, pan-seared chicken breasts with a rich lemon-butter scampi sauce, all served over creamy, parmesan-infused rice. This recipe is not only simple to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it the perfect choice for both busy weeknights and special occasions. Impress your family and friends with this elegant meal that brings comfort and gourmet flair to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sear the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice; deglaze the pan, then add lemon zest and simmer for a few minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over it; let simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter, sauté garlic, then toast white rice before adding chicken broth. Simmer until cooked.
- Stir in parmesan cheese and parsley into the rice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg